Editorial: Step Up or Step Down

Pakistan is undermining its sovereignty by hiding behind mediation of ‘brotherly countries’ rather than addressing mounting terrorism

Editorial: Muzzling the Judiciary

The 27th Amendment’s judicial ‘reforms’ ensure judges will never again face the choice between expedience and principle

Editorial: Needless Posturing

The PPP and PMLN’s war of words is damaging the unity of the federation at a time it needs it the most

News roundup of the top Pakistani stories

Proposed 27th Amendment Envisages New Military Command

Draft tabled in Senate also calls for sweeping changes to judiciary, including scrapping suo motu powers under Article 184

Karachi Mayor Apologizes for Death of Child Who Fell Down Open Manhole

Local government suspends officials, forms high-level committee to probe the incident

Shehbaz Sharif Says Bidding for PIA Privatization will Take Place on Dec. 23

Prime minister assures complete transparency in process, noting the final bidding will be telecast live nationwide

Parliament Passes Bill Establishing Commission for Minorities’ Rights

Legislation passes with some amendments amidst opposition from some government-allied lawmakers